Cattle farmers and dairy owners in several rural areas of Jand tehsil are increasingly concerned over reports of lumpy skin disease affecting cows, calves and buffaloes.
The reported cases have created anxiety among livestock owners, who fear that the disease could spread further if effective preventive measures are not taken promptly.
Cases have reportedly been identified in Pind Suktani, Aurangabad, Injra, Khattakabad, Kani, Mathail, Kotwali, Thatta and Chabb. Farmers in these areas claim that the number of affected animals has been increasing.
Lumpy skin disease is a viral disease that primarily affects cattle and can cause skin nodules, fever, reduced appetite and other health problems. Its spread can create significant concerns for livestock owners because sick animals may experience reduced productivity.
For dairy farmers, an outbreak can have a direct economic impact. Reduced milk production, veterinary expenses and the cost of preventive measures can increase financial pressure on families and businesses that depend on livestock.
Farmers in the affected areas are now calling for greater attention from livestock authorities. They fear that delays in disease control could allow the reported cases to increase and spread to additional villages.
Livestock owners have also raised concerns about access to vaccines. According to farmers, government-supplied vaccine doses have not been readily available, forcing some livestock owners to purchase costly vaccines from private veterinary medicine stores.
The reported shortage has added to the concerns of farmers who are already dealing with the potential financial consequences of the disease.
Vaccination and disease surveillance are important components of controlling livestock diseases. Farmers are therefore seeking timely intervention from the relevant authorities, including veterinary teams, vaccination campaigns and guidance on preventive measures.
The situation also highlights the importance of early reporting when unusual symptoms are observed among livestock. Prompt veterinary assessment can help authorities determine the extent of an outbreak and take appropriate measures.
Farmers in Jand have urged officials to assess the situation in the affected villages and ensure that necessary veterinary services and vaccines are available.
For livestock owners, access to affordable preventive healthcare is particularly important in rural communities where cattle and buffaloes are an important source of household income, milk and agricultural support.
The concerns emerging from Jand also underline the need for stronger coordination between farmers, veterinary professionals and livestock departments during suspected disease outbreaks.
As reports of lumpy skin disease continue to cause concern, farmers are waiting for authorities to take effective steps to determine the scale of the problem and prevent further spread.
Ensuring the availability of vaccines and providing timely veterinary assistance could help farmers protect their livestock and reduce the potential economic impact of the reported outbreak.
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